2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mondeo | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |